Basically, I'm making a Bioperl module. It's supposed to be in the package Bio::DB::CCDS. It has a few global variables and doesn't use a "$self" variable. Does it need to?

Probably. You've decided it goes into "Bio::DB" so it should follow the conventions/interface of the existing project

Should @EXPORT use qw?

Thats not the question to ask, the question is should you export anything (the answer is no)

Should each function named in it have a & sign before it?

If you still think its important to know, Exporter answers it

How do I create a working module and put it in the correct directory? How would I have to modify the Makefile?

You start with module-starter, then you install the module. A Guide to Installing Modules

In between you probalby want to copy/paste some ideas from one of the Bio::DB:: modules, say Bio::DB::Fasta. You'll notice it has "$self" and doesn't use Exporter.

zentara package/module tutorial

In reply to Re: I really need help making a module. by Anonymous Monk
in thread I really need help making a module. by adur

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